THE ART OF AMÁLIA

SYNOPSIS

A feature documentary about the extraordinary life and music of one of the world's great divas, "The Art of Amália" is by far the most comprehensive visual archive ever assembled about the legendary Fado singer, Amália Rodrigues.

Constructed with footage ranging from 1920 to 1999, the film includes live clips from Amália's worldwide concerts, television appearances, scenes from movies, backstage moments and a revealing interview with Amália herself.

90 minutes. 35mm/Stereo. 1999

CAST/CREW

Directed by Bruno de Almeida Written by Bruno de Almeida, Frank Coelho, Vítor Pavão dos Santos Produced by Manuel Falcão Director of Photography Mustapha Barat Editing João Asensio Narrated by John Ventimiglia (English version) Joaquim de Almeida (Portuguese version) Maria de Medeiros (French version) Introduction by David Byrne Produced by Arco Films in association with Valentim de Carvalho Televisão